St Stephen's House Oxford
College Secretary
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College Secretary
Full time £31,000 - £36,000 p.a.
About St Stephen's House
St Stephen's House is a theological college dedicated to training ordinands and lay students for ministry in the Church of England and other Anglican churches worldwide. As a small, specialist institution with 22 resident ordinands (current academic year) and 20 staff members, we offer a close-knit, supportive community environment focused on academic excellence and spiritual formation.
The College offers the full range of undergraduate and graduate theological qualifications of the University of Oxford for ordinands, clergy and lay workers. It is also validated by the University of Durham as a Theological Education Institution, offering the Common Award for all suitably qualified applicants. It also provides a range of other non-validated courses and resources through the Edward King Centre and the Institute of Sacred Music. Therefore, the College also has a number of individuals training on varying academic pathways, part-time.
Located in the heart of Oxford, the College combines rigorous theological education with practical ministry training, maintaining strong connections with the wider university and the local church community.
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In addition to housing our 22 resident ordinands, the College has a further 32 bedrooms occupied by students from other Oxford Colleges and offers Bed and Breakfast accommodation.
Job Outline
The College Secretary is responsible for College administration in its widest context, providing comprehensive operational and administrative support across a broad range of functions. In conjunction with the Principal`s Secretary and Academic Secretary, the College Secretary offers vital support to both staff and students. The comparatively small size of the institution enables the role to be varied and wide-ranging. The role includes carrying the duty phone for one week intervals throughout the year. This entails being available between 5.00 and 10.00 PM with the ability to arrive on site within one hour. You will also act as a fire marshal and first aider including mental first aid.
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Essential requirements
- At least two years administration experience
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficient user of Microsoft 365 applications
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- In-date first aid training or willingness to undertake it
Desirable
- Experience working in higher education, colleges or a similar environment.
Benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Excellent contribution to your college pension fund
- Free meals during working hours (when the kitchen is open)
- Discount travel to work bus ticket, available after your 3 months’ probation period.
To apply
Email your CV and covering letter to our HR Consultant Rod Cook at rod.cook@biopers.co.uk
Any offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory DBS clearance and proof of the right to work in the UK.
Closing date: August 14th 2026.
Full job description available on request.
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